Central Park, New York

Designed in 1858 by Landscape designer and writer Frederic Law Olmstead and English Architect Calvert Vaux, Central park was designated a National Historic landmark in 1962 and is the most visited Urban park in the United States.

A place to come for relaxation amid the busy throng of daily life, with many walking tracks, a wildlife sanctuary, plus Ice skating rink in winter, Central Park Zoo and open air theatre performances in the summer, Central Park is the green heart of the city and a must see during your group study visit to the Big Apple.

Contact our New York school, college and university trips team at FHT Student Group Tours and we will be delighted to arrange a guided walking tour of Central Park for any educational group trips to New York, USA!

Choose from a wide range of popular restaurants and meal packages for you and your students to dine at during your time in New York.
With delicious food and drink available at popular chains including The Hard Rock Cafe, Bubba Gump Shrimp and Planet Hollywood or if you prefer a low key meal at a local restaurant you'll be sure to find something to suit everyone!
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Let your students sit back and relax as they take in the sights on a New York bus tour.
A fantastic tour to do if it's your first time to The Big Apple and a great way to travel. Many bus tours let you jump on and off so you can visit attractions, have lunch and go shopping.
If you're interested in arranging a bus tour for your next trip contact the USA study trips team at FHT today for the best prices!

Nothing beats the atmosphere of a top sports match in New York and it is the perfect evening entertainment for your student group. With preferential access to great tickets we can provide your group with a range of options, whether Basketball or Ice Hockey in the glamour of Madison Square Garden, Baseball at Yankee Stadium or a numbers of more competitive options in New Jersey, including up and coming College basketball teams which will still read more ...

A great way to see New York and learn at the sameme ti!
Our bespoke tours will allow students to experience the city as well as find all the interesting spots New York has to offer related to their studies. From Art & Design students looking at local graffiti for inspiration to Fashion students in the Garment District, to Business & Economic students taking a stroll down Wall Street, we have something to suit everyone.
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Standing as the tallest building in the Western Hempishere, and the sixth-tallest tower in the world, The One World Trade Centre (also known as The Freedom Tower) was rebuilt in Lower Manhattan after the orginal World Trade Centre was completely destroyed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001.
Students can ascend to the top of the building in less than sixty seconds and enjoy the spectaculr views the structure has to offer.
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A Broadway show is without doubt a highlight for all educational groups visiting the Big Apple on their study trip and we are able to arrange tickets for your students to all the major shows on and indeed off Broadway.
Contact our student trips team at FHT Group Tours on 01279 658221 for schedules and prices and we will arrange this as an integral part of any School, College or University trip to New York for your students.

The American Museum of Natural History is located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, in large grounds opposite Central Park, and is one of the largest and most diverse museums in the world. The Museum comprises 25 interconnected buildings that house 46 permanent exhibition halls, research labs and its well renowned library.
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Designed in 1858 by Landscape designer and writer Frederic Law Olmstead and English Architect Calvert Vaux, Central park was designated a National Historic landmark in 1962 and is the most visited Urban park in the United States.
A place to come for relaxation amid the busy throng of daily life, with many walking tracks, a wildlife sanctuary, plus Ice skating rink in winter, Central Park Zoo and open air theatre performances in t read more ...

Taking a Liberty cruise or the longer semi-circle river cruise is probably the best way to enjoy the famous skyline on any educational group trips to New York.
Cruise close to the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge and see the city from a different angle. Enjoy the on-board commentary, detailing the history of New York and its waterways. A great value and memorable way to catch New York, by day or by night&nbs read more ...

The Iconic Empire State Building, along with the Rockefeller Center, is one of the key attractions any Sixth Form school or student group should visit during your study trip and stay in the city and offers breathtaking views at any time of day.
The Art Deco icon is located at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and West 34th Street and stands a total of 1454 feet. It was the world's tallest building for 40 years, from its completion in 19 read more ...

We are pleased to be able to arrange a number of subject-related lectures and tours of Macy's for schools and student groups. The largest department store in the world has just celebrated it's centenary and so a study visit here for your Business or fashion students whilst in New York is a great option.
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The Staten Island Ferry provides 20 million people a year (60,000 passengers a day not including weekend days) with a free ferry service between St. George on Staten Island and Whitehall Street in lower Manhattan. The ferry is the only non-vehicular mode of transportation between Staten Island and Manhattan and can be used as an alternative to the Liberty ferry or Circle Line cruise if you want a taste of the Skyline from the water.

The Statue of Liberty is probably the most iconic image of New York there is. Groups will in due course be able to combine the free Liberty Ferry from Battery Park with a visit onwards to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum, both of which are symbolic of the American Dream.
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Stunning panoramic views await your group as you reach the observation deck of the Rockerfeller Center !
We heartily recommend a visit here rather than just to the Empire State, and with the larger observation deck giving fantastic views over Central park and the interactive displays it offers groups a more comfortable overall experience at the same price.
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The group tour of the famous Yankee Stadium includes visits to the New York Yankees Museum, Monument Park, MasterCard Batters Eye Cafe and Press Box. Tours are available morning and afternoon (just morning on game day). There are places to eat lunch or tea around the stadium including Hard Rock Café

In a great location a short walk to Times Square and offering higher quality single, twin or double double rooms with complimentary wifi and a comprehensive buffet breakfast for all groups, the Holiday Inn Express Midtown West is a great value option for groups wanting the comforts of a higher grade hotel, a great location and extremely competitive prices during low seasons months of Jan-March.
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A high quality and superbly located superior class hotel located just off Times Square in the heart of the Big Apple. Grab and Go breakfast is available and rooms are single or double/double, furnished to a high quality and will guarantee a very comfortable and great value stay for your student group in one of our favourite hotels in New York.
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A great location doesn't have to be out of reach for your student group trip to New York. The Hotel Pennsylvania is in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, and our surprisingly affordable rates leave more money in your student's pocket to enjoy all that the city has to offer.
Just steps away from Midtown's most popular attractions, and offering countless easy transportation options, New York's Hotel Pennsylvania puts your s read more ...

Formerly the Comfort Inn Chelsea, the Heritage enjoys a great location for visiting student groups on educational study trips to New York. It's central location means that it is within walking distance of many popular New York City points of interest, including Penn Station, the Empire State Building, Broadway theatres, Madison Square Garden arena and Times Square, making it a great base for educational study tours to the city.
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With a stunning turn-of-the century façade and a privileged Manhattan location, just a 3-minute walk from the Empire State Building, the Wolcott offers a superb base for student group study tours to New York.
It is possible to walk to Penn Train Station, offering direct rail links to many of New York’s attractions. Madison Square Garden, Times Square, Rockefeller Centre and the MoMa are also all within a short stroll away read more ...

Nestled in the heart of Manhattan’s East Side and close to Museum Mile and the U.N, the Vanderbilt YMCA offers great value and good quality budget accommodation, making it ideal for budget educational group student trips to New Yok.
In addition, student groups are offered complimentary access to the excellent fitness facilities. The Guest Rooms include 370 Single and Twin bunk rooms with shared bathrooms read more ...

The West Side Y, located just off Central Park West in a European landmark style building, is just a few yards away from Central Park, Lincoln Center, Broadway, American Museum of Natural History and the attractions of the upper West Side of Manhattan. it is therefore an ideal base for any student group educational trips to New York, whether Sixth Form, College or University.
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Tour Day 1
Day time
Daytime flight to New York and transfer to your accommodation.
Tour Day 2
Morning
Walking tour of Midtown Manhattan including Central Park, Broadway and Times Square.
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Sample itinerary – 5 days
DAY 1
DAY - Flight and transfer to your accommodation.
EVENING - Beat the jet lag with a visit up the Empire State Building
DAY 2
MORNING - Midtown Manhattan walking tour to see the main sites of New York including Times Square, Central Park and Broadway - a chance to capture some great photographs.
AFTERNOON - Visit to the Metropolitan Museum to view some of the classics.
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SAMPLE ITINERARY – NEW YORK 5 DAYS
DAY 1
DAY - Daytime flight and transfer to your accommodation.
EVENING- Visit the Empire State Building.
DAY 2
MORNING –Financial district guided walking Tour (Wall Street, New York Stock Exchange, Battery Park)
AFTERNOON – Guided tour of the United Nations Building followed by free time in Midtown Manhattan around Fifth Avenue to see a major shopping area.
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Sample Itinerary – New York 5 days
DAY 1
DAY - Daytime flight and transfer to your accommodation.
DAY 2
MORNING – Midtown Manhattan walking tour including Central Park, Times Square and Broadway
AFTERNOON – Guided tour of the United Nations Building followed by free time in Midtown Manhattan around Fifth Avenue to see a major shopping area.
DAY 3
MORNING – Downtown Manhattan Guided tour incl read more ...